National Vessel Documentation Center Have you been looking for a “one stop shop” for vessel documentation? Does it feel like when you go to a so-called “National Vessel Documentation Center” they only have a few of the forms that you would associate with a “center?” A site that says it has “documentation” should, well, have…
You do not have to go to US Coast Guard Documentation office to present your request for the certificate of documentation. At nvdcrenewal.us, we will process your USCG application online through our secure portal. All online applications received by the portal are reviewed by professional documentation processors to make sure faster processing. If you need…
Have you been looking for USCG forms but don’t trust the sites they pop up on? Does it seem like you can find one form on one site and then have to go searching again to find the other forms you need? As vessel owners ourselves, we always found that annoying and even wasteful. So,…
Make Your USCG Documented Vessel Search Easy Even though we live in the Information age today, where there is data and information all around us at the touch of a button, finding the information you require is not always as easy as it might seem. For things like getting the background on a used boat…
None of us really enjoy filling out paperwork, but the process seems to be a daily part of our lives. No matter where you go or what you may do, there is always a stack of papers that you need to read, fill out, sign, and submit to someone. It gets to the point where…
Are you planning on taking your vessel out with family and friends to celebrate the holidays? Have you been looking forward to a boat ride in a true “winter wonderland?” Yes, cold weather boating isn’t the same as warm weather boating during the summer. But, it can be incredible, an amazing experience that accentuates the…
Did you recently purchase a small vessel that you want to use for transporting passengers, yet it wasn’t made in the United States? Does it seem like you should be able to legally use your vessel how you want? Vessel owners just like you have wrestled with this for some time. The truth is that,…
You have decided that the time has come for you to sell your vessel. You might need the cash quickly to cover a debt, or want to invest in a larger or more useful vessel. Whatever your reasons for selling your vessel, you may need marketing assistance. That’s where you could use the Coast Guard…
The U.S. Coast Guard documented vessels by Definition means what exactly? The U.S. Coast Guard issues a certificate of documentation to each documented vessel. The vessel owner must fill out an application form and send it to their local USCG district office, along with all the necessary supporting documentation, to record their vessel. As soon…
Have you been pondering the merits of enrolling your vessel on the USCG Vessel Registry? Perhaps you’re unsure if it’s the right move for you and your vessel. If so, you’re not alone. Over time, we’ve assisted numerous individuals in evaluating whether vessel registration aligns with their needs. Before proceeding, it’s important to note that…